Cryptic crossword clue
New doublet, trousers knight left open 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word UNBOLTED

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The straight part
We know that "left open" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case left open = unbolted.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does UNBOLTED mean?

UNBOLTED verb
  1. To unlock by undoing the bolts of.
UNBOLTED adjective
  1. Not fastened with a bolt.
  2. Not sifted.
  3. Coarse, uncultured, vulgar.

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